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GROW AS A TEACHER & LEADER IN HEALTH CARE

For health care professionals, the University of Houston College of Education offers specialized programs to help you elevate your expertise in teaching, technology, leadership and research. Options include a master’s degree, doctoral degree and certificate program — all with a focus on health science education. Learn instructional strategies you can apply immediately on the job, and leadership skills to support career advancement. Our alumni are prepared to serve in a variety of influential roles, including medical educators, master teachers, residency directors, lab directors, academic deans, department chairs, vice presidents, CEOs and other leaders in the health care field.

Program Options

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WHY CHOOSE UH?

Our Health Science Education programs offer students the opportunity to: 

  • Continue your education at a Tier One research university with strong ties to the world-renowned Texas Medical Center. 
  • Learn from award-winning faculty with expertise in education, leadership and health care. 
  • Solve real-world challenges with your cohort of classmates.
  • Grow a diverse professional network to support career advancement.  
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ARE THESE PROGRAMS FOR YOU?

We’re seeking health care professionals committed to continuing education, whether you work in a hospital, academic institution, private practice, nonprofit or other setting. Our programs cater to a variety of careers and disciplines, including physicians, nurses, dentists, optometrists, pharmacists, nutritionists, radiologists, technicians, residents, fellows, researchers, faculty, staff and more. Plus, our M.Ed. and certificate program are 100% online so you don’t have to live in the Houston area.

Robert Hausmann

Contact Us

Please reach out if you have questions about the Health Science Education programs. 

Program Director 
Robert Hausmann, Ed.D. 
rchausmann@uh.edu | 713-743- 0395 

Department Office 
Department of Curriculum & Instruction 
UH College of Education 
3657 Cullen Blvd. 
Farish Hall, Room 236
Houston, TX 77204-5023